At BakerHicks, our civil, structural, and architectural teams are trusted to deliver complex, integrated design and construction solutions across the UK and beyond. With innovation and collaboration at our core, we’re shaping environments where people live, work, move, and thrive.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Senior Design & Project Manager to lead multi-disciplinary projects in the aviation sector—a dynamic and expanding area of our business. You’ll take full ownership of complex schemes, coordinating design and construction activities, and driving excellence across every phase of delivery.
What you’ll be doing
* Lead aviation-focused design and construction projects from concept through to completion
* Manage client relationships and serve as the main point of contact throughout
* Coordinate internal teams and external consultants across disciplines
* Oversee design development, procurement, contract administration, and risk management
* Ensure compliance with legislation, codes, and sustainability targets
* Monitor quality, budgets, KPIs, and overall project performance
* Foster collaboration and drive innovation across the team
What you’ll bring
* Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
* Chartered (RIBA, MICE, CIOB) or working towards
* Extensive experience in design/project management, ideally in consultancy or design & build
* Proven success delivering complex infrastructure or aviation-related projects
* Strong knowledge of planning regs, JCT/NEC contracts, and procurement frameworks
* Excellent leadership, communication, and client engagement skills
* Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project or Primavera
* Experience with sustainable design and ESG principles
* Exposure to international or multi-cultural project environments
* BIM Level 2 capability
Why BakerHicks?
* Be at the forefront of a growing aviation sector
* Work on projects that help transform airports and airside infrastructure across the UK
* Join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary consultancy with a forward-thinking culture
* Enjoy flexible working, high-impact projects, and personalised development pathways
BakerHicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.
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About BakerHicks
We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks .
Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.
What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:
* Company car or cash allowance
* Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
* 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
* Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
* Family friendly policies
* Employee assistance
BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.
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